Wichita State, The 1989 National Champs [Sunday Night Conversations]

The D1Baseball Podcast · Sep 29, 2025 · 1h 4m

Wichita State’s 1989 national title became a blueprint for cold-weather programs in college baseball. On this weekend’s episode of Sunday Night Conversations, Mike Rooney sits down with Brent Kemnitz and Shane Dennis to discuss how the Shockers made it happen 36 years ago.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsorships

00:55 Introducing the Guests and Topic

01:06 Wichita State Baseball's Legacy

04:52 Coach Brent Kemnitz's Journey

08:39 Shane Dennis' Origin Story

12:06 The Golden Era of Wichita State Baseball

19:12 Recruitment Strategies and Local Talent

23:25 Memorable Moments and Key Wins

33:03 Joe…